Oil Pump - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F15: Removal

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Remove the oil pan. Refer to: Oil Pan .
NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.

Rotate the crankshaft until piston No. 1 is approximately 35° before top dead center (BTDC).

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Remove the plug.

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Install Special Service Tool: 303-1604 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.

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NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.

Rotate the crankshaft slowly until the crankshaft stops.

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1. Install 3/16 inch punch. Use the General Equipment: Punch
2. Remove 3/16 inch punch. Use the General Equipment: Punch
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NOTE: Take extra care when handling the component.

Remove the oil pump cover.

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Install a 6 mm drill bit through the oil pump housing and into the balance shaft. Use the General Equipment: 6 mm Drill Bit

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Install a 4 mm drill bit into the balance shaft gear. Use the General Equipment: 4 mm Drill Bit

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NOTE: The 4 mm drill bit must remain in the balance shaft gear when it is removed.

Remove and discard the bolts.
- Remove the oil pump and balance shaft gears.
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NOTE: Note the position of the component before removal.

Remove the balance shaft weight.

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1. Using a suitable tool, rotate the oil pump belt tensioner.
2. Slide the belt off of the oil pump sprocket.
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NOTE: Discard the bolts.

Remove the bolts and the oil pump.

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